UC IRVINE S ZERO WASTE EVENT GUIDELINES

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1 UC IRVINE S ZERO WASTE EVENT GUIDELINES It is recommended that events with 100 people or more should follow Zero Waste Event Guidelines. In a Zero Waste event, you minimize materials going to landfill and maximize recycled and composted materials. Facilities Management Sustainability Team

2 BINS/SIGNAGE Zero Waste events use the three bin system. No single trash cans are available. Large events over 2,000 people may need to order roll off bins and/or 3 yard bins for outside locations. Bin stations include: landfill, composting, and recycling Zero Waste bins are ordered through Facilities Management using an FMR, or call Signage on bins must have images corresponding to materials allowed in each bin. Have Trash Talkers (waste monitors) stand by waste bins to assist in sorting waste.

3 SUSTAINABLE SUGGESTIONS Food: Make use of campus catering or on-campus resources to save on gas delivery. Order only what you need to avoid food waste. Offering vegetarian options can contribute to a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption. Ask caterer to purchase in bulk and serve food on reusable platters and bowls. Serve condiments, seasonings, creamers, sugar in bulk. Individual packets are not recyclable and create waste. Serving-buffet style is recommended instead of individually boxed meals or packaged foods (chips, cookies, etc.). Water Stations: For formal events ask servers to pour water on request. For casual events provide hydration stations for refilling bottles instead of individual water bottles.

4 Misc. Request vendors to turn off vehicles when making deliveries/during setups. Materials: Use paper bags, not polystyrene/plastic bags as they are not recyclable. Ask for compostable or recyclable serving ware for a casual event and reusable dishware for a formal event. Reuse materials for future events (signage, name tags, general handouts, etc.). Avoid towelettes or wet wipes because they are not recyclable. Use reusable table linens or unbleached butcher paper which can be composted after the event. Do not use plastic table linens or disposable placemats. WASTE DISPOSAL Before Event: Create a recycling/waste plan; Contact the Events Office or Facilities Management to help coordinate the delivery, set up, and pick up of waste bins. Plan event as Zero Waste where all waste produced is recycled or composted. Get Zero Waste volunteers student groups. After Event: Ask vendor to recycle excess materials, rather than disposing of them. For excess food consider UCI Fresh Basic Needs Hub (949) or Second Harvest (949) Plan to donate materials and centerpieces. The Goodwill accepts: linens, art supplies, reusable center pieces, and more. Communication with Guests: Announce to participants that the event is Zero Waste and inform on how they can participate by stating Zero Waste goals.

5 Use electronic communication ( , Facebook, etc.) for event. Upload presentations onto USB flash drives for sharing purposes or post them online rather than printing. Paper and Printing: Print double-sided or use scrap paper when organizing the event. Avoid printing handouts; if necessary, print double-sided and use recycled paper. SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION Encourage participants to walk or bike by making your venue easily accessible. Encourage participants to use public transportation or to carpool. Look at UCI parking for transportation options. Choose sustainable accommodations fopagelocalhotels.xml Any questions about Recycling? Please contact Anne Krieghoff at